July 28th, 2009
Here are some pictures to illustrate how to build a compact tickler file. You’ll need some Manila folders, glue, scissors, and some patience.
Step 1: Prepare the Folders
If you get everything right on the first time, you’ll need about 28 folders (I made some errors and needed more). Split them down the middle, so you have 56 sheets (28 x 2). Set aside 7 of the wide sheets (my folders weren’t evenly folded) to use as the base.
Step 2: Print the Template
You’ll be making a total of 42 pockets (31 day, 11 months). I was only able to fit 2 pocket patterns per page, so you’ll be printing 21… Continue reading
July 23rd, 2009
I moved my tickler file from a box into a 3-ring binder. Consolidating my productivity gear in a focused location helps put my mind at ease by knowing where I can turn to get an overview of my life.
Tickler File Refresh
The Tickler File is set of labeled folders with the intent on holding physical materials (usually papers) for a specific date. People usually have 43 folders, 31 for the maximum days in a month, and an additional 12 (31+12=43) for the 12 months in a year.
My main method to boost my productivity is a Hipster PDA with custom index cards that I change every day. The tickler file works well with this system because the tickler file… Continue reading
March 15th, 2009
Hooray! I made myself a new daily 3×5 card. I got my hands on a color laser printer and printed out 7 to try it out for a week and see how it goes. Hopefully it will help me be more focused on my life.
I made a few changes to the old design to reflect changes on how I thought about things:
Top 3 Priorities
I dropped the 3 life enhancers and 3 annoyances because I didn’t always have 3 of both to do. Sometimes I would only have tasks for one category, which would end up with a lot of wasted space.
Justification
Since I simplified my priorities to any top 3, I also made a space to provide… Continue reading
